New Hoo Diver
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I did my first 10 OW dives in Granada and St. Lucia this past summer. Despite the 81 degree water temp and a Henderson Gold Core 3mm suit that fits me like a glove, I got a bit chilly on deep 1st dives and on most 2nd dives. This is probably due to my frame- 5'11" and 145 lbs- and my sensitivity to cold water in general.
I'm heading to Little Cayman in a couple of weeks which also has a water temp of around 81 degrees. I want to make sure I stay nice and toasty and I'm trying to decide whether to go with a beanie or a 3mm hood. The chin-strap on the beanie feels restrictive on my throat which I don't like but I'm worried the hood is overkill and might be more complicated to deal with for a beginning diver.
Any thoughts on your preferences and why would be appreciated....
I'm heading to Little Cayman in a couple of weeks which also has a water temp of around 81 degrees. I want to make sure I stay nice and toasty and I'm trying to decide whether to go with a beanie or a 3mm hood. The chin-strap on the beanie feels restrictive on my throat which I don't like but I'm worried the hood is overkill and might be more complicated to deal with for a beginning diver.
Any thoughts on your preferences and why would be appreciated....